Oak Ridge Military Academy Soccer Clinics are designed to help every player continue growing during the pre-season. We provide a fun and challenging environment where players are grouped by age and ability to maximize development. Under the guidance of experienced coaches, players sharpen their technical skills through focused training, small-sided games, and dynamic drills—building confidence and a passion for the game along the way.  

 

Areas of focus 

 

Attacking  

• Numbers Up (+) situations – teaching players to capitalize on numerical advantages near the goal. 

• Numerically even situations – teaching players to compete against solid defenses. 

• Duels – improving players’ ability to win one-on-one situations against defenders. 

• Functional Shooting. 

 

Transition 

• Offense → Defense 

• Defense → Offense 

• Counter-attacking strategies, as well as prolonged possession sequences, will be taught thoroughly 

 

Defending  

• Numbers Down (-) Situations: Teaching players how to cope with challenging defensive scenarios when outnumbered. 

• Numerically Even Situations: Coaching players to defend effectively as a cohesive unit. 

• Duels (1v1, 2v1, 3v2, 4v3): Strengthening defensive skills against fast, skillful, or physically strong attackers. 

 

 

Finishing  

• Functional Shooting: Passing and crossing into finishing opportunities. 

• First Touch (into space) + Shooting Situations: Developing control and quick shots after receiving the ball. 

• Shooting Under Pressure: Training players to maintain accuracy and composure when challenged.